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Eleanor Wheeler Ewing: A Biography

Eleanor Wheeler Ewing: A Biography

Van Winkle, Eleanor Ewing

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesCivil War Period (1850-1877)

ISBN10: 116319011X
ISBN13: 9781163190111
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 136
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Eleanor Wheeler Ewing: A Biography is a book written by Eleanor Ewing Van Winkle. It is a detailed account of the life of Eleanor Wheeler Ewing, a prominent figure in the 19th century American society. The book covers her childhood, education, marriage, and her role as a social and political activist.Eleanor Wheeler Ewing was born in 1822 in Washington D.C. to a prominent family. She was educated at home and later attended Georgetown Visitation Academy. In 1843, she married Thomas Ewing, a prominent lawyer and politician. The couple had seven children, including William Tecumseh Sherman, who later became a famous Civil War general.Eleanor Wheeler Ewing was known for her philanthropic work and her involvement in social and political causes. She was a strong advocate for women's rights, education, and the abolition of slavery. She was also actively involved in the temperance movement and supported the establishment of public libraries and hospitals.The book explores Eleanor Wheeler Ewing's life in detail, including her relationships with her family, friends, and political figures of the time. It also examines the social and political climate of the 19th century and how Eleanor Wheeler Ewing's actions and beliefs were influenced by it.Overall, Eleanor Wheeler Ewing: A Biography is a fascinating account of a remarkable woman who played a significant role in shaping American society in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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